Where do our organic almonds come from? Where and how are they grown?

The wild growing almond tree is native to the Mediterranean and has been cultivated for a long time. Our HiPP organic almond oil is made from the nuts of almond trees that grow on the Spanish Mediterranean coast – the Costa Blanca in the Alicante region – where the climate is just right for them. Our almond trees are organically grown and farmed (according to the EU Organic Farming Regulation 834/2007/EU).

How is our organic almond oil produced?

Our organic almond oil is produced from ripe, sweet almonds – the “pinchados”. In Spain, the almond harvest takes place in August, and the almonds are then transported to Germany. Only nuts of the best quality are processed. First, they are cold-pressed (mechanically) and then filtered. During filtration, the oil is separated from unwanted proteins, which allows us to guarantee the consistent quality and safety of our product.

Why is organic almond oil considered a high-quality product?

Almond oil is considered to be one of the most valuable and expensive oils used in skincare products. Each almond contains between 50% and 55% oil, which is light yellow, quite thin and has a characteristically mild fragrance and taste. Due to its composition, almond oil is one of the most valuable skincare oils and has very nourishing properties. It is naturally rich in skin-friendly, mono and double unsaturated fatty acids (> 90%) that nourish and protect the skin particularly well. It is particularly high in oleic acids (~70%), as well as skin-active linoleic acid (> 20%). γ-linoleic acid has a very positive effect on dry skin. Almond oil also naturally contains vitamin E (tocopherol), which is an antioxidant, protecting the skin from external influences.

Why is organic almond oil so well suited for baby skincare?

Almond oil is a tried-and-tested ingredient in skincare products that has been used for centuries due to its nourishing qualities.. It has proven particularly effective in skincare products for sensitive baby skin for its oil-replenishing properties and because it is especially well tolerated by sensitive and dry skin. Almond oil is exceptionally mild and non-irritating. Thanks to the combination of its nourishing effect and particular mildness, it is highly recommended for use in baby skincare products. It is also ideal as a massage oil.